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Mid-Year Financial Check-Up
As we continue to navigate the ups and downs of persistent inflation, many Americans are feeling the financial strain. With 2025 already halfway through, now is the perfect time to take a step back and review your finances — and explore ways to find some much-needed...
Navigating a Volatile Market
When markets begin to fluctuate, it's natural to feel uneasy and want to take action. However, in many cases, the wisest move is to pause and thoughtfully consider your options. Reacting too quickly can disrupt your long-term savings and retirement goals. Staying the...
Have you reviewed your UNC Retirement Account beneficiaries recently?
Ensuring your beneficiaries are up-to-date is one of the most important financial decisions you can make. Login to TIAA.org today to review your account.
Are you prepared for retirement?
In a recent survey by MissionSquare Research Institute, as many as 60% of public employees across the United States felt like they lacked adequate support for retirement planning and needed more guidance on how much they should be saving for retirement. As a...
What is captrust at work?
As part of your benefits package as a UNC System employee, CAPTRUST at Work provides you with a comprehensive suite of products and services, including some that are focused on improving your financial wellness. CAPTRUST at Work provides comprehensive and tailored...
The importance of Beneficiary designations
One of the most important financial moves you can make is to take the time to name your beneficiaries for your UNC Optional Retirement Plan and/or Supplemental retirement accounts. If no beneficiary is named for each of your accounts, the money will typically go...
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Disclaimer
This information is general in nature and may be subject to change. Neither the University of North Carolina (UNC), Empower Retirement, TIAA, Fidelity Investments, nor any of their agents can give legal or tax advice. Applicable laws and regulations are complex and subject to change. For legal and tax advice concerning your situation, you should consult your attorney or tax adviser.
For more information about any of the authorized supplemental retirement carriers or their products, including investment options or charges and expenses, please contact a company representative for a prospectus. Please read the prospectus carefully before selecting a carrier or investment option.
In the event of a conflict between this information and the plan documents, the plan documents will take precedence. The UNC System reserves the right to amend the plan documents at any time.